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Sonny Greer, 1943. William Alexander „Sonny“ Greer (* 13. Dezember 1895 in Long Branch, New Jersey; † 23. März 1982) war ein US-amerikanischer Jazz - Schlagzeuger in der Band von Duke Ellington . Leben und Werk.
William Alexander " Sonny " Greer (December 13, c. 1895 – March 23, 1982) [1] was an American jazz drummer and vocalist, best known for his work with Duke Ellington . Biography. Greer was born in Long Branch, New Jersey, United States, [1] and studied drums with vaudeville drummer J. Rosemond Johnson.
24. Feb. 2021 · Learn about Sonny Greer, a flamboyant and influential drummer who played with Duke Ellington for over three decades. Find out his biography, discography, photos, and more on All About Jazz.
December 13, 1895 - March 23, 1982. Sonny Greer. He was never the greatest timekeeper, but Sonny Greer was perfect for Duke Ellington's Orchestra, adding color and class to the rhythm section. Born Dec 13, 1895 in Long Beach, NJ, Sonny Greer was with Duke Ellington's Orchestra during 1924-51.
3. Nov. 2017 · Heroes #6: William ‘Sonny’ Greer, 1895-1982 | Drums In The Twenties. November 3, 2017 / Bally. “We were a pretty wild bunch in those days, myself in particular” – Sonny Greer. KEY RECORDINGS: With DUKE ELLINGTON AND HIS KENTUCKY CLUB ORCH. / WASHINGTONIANS, 1924-30.
25. März 1982 · Sonny Greer, the original drummer in Duke Ellington's Orchestra, who played with Mr. Ellington for more than 30 years, died Tuesday in St. Luke's Hospital of cancer. Mr. Greer, who lived in...
4. Apr. 1982 · Talk story about jazz drummer Sonny Greer, who died a week or so ago at the age of seventy-eight. Greer was a co-founder of the Duke Ellington band, in the early twenties, and remained...
